Manchester United are refusing to sell Rooney to a potential title rival, but the striker still wants to quit Old Trafford.

Although Chelsea are first choice, the England forward would move to Arsenal if David Moyes and the United board resist Mourinho's next offer.

Chelsea remain the frontrunners after an official bid of £23million, plus £2.5m in additional clauses, was made last week.

After his hamstring injury, Rooney is training at United's Carrington training base, hoping the two clubs can reach an agreement. His wife Coleen is happy to relocate to London with their children for the benefit of his career.